Daniel Kovacs Email and Phone Number
I've worked all over the world in education and training. I specialize in growing student enrollments, increasing profitability, and creating high quality programs that give you an edge on your competitors. I’ve gone from entry level positions all they way to VP roles at major international companies. Throughout my career, I’ve been extremely successful at delivering business growth and quality improvements in school administration, academics, student services, student accommodation, and many other areas. If you are interested in someone like me, I would love to have a conversation! MANAGEMENT Are you looking for a very experienced and extremely competent manager? I've managed hundreds of staff and teachers including both direct and indirect reports from many different backgrounds. My management style seeks to build relationships with staff to motivate people to be their most effective. I’ve managed through nearly every type of situation including expansions, acquisitions, downsizing, COVID, and union negotiations just to name a few!
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Vice President Of Operations North AmericaKaplan Languages Group Jan 2018 - PresentChicago, Illinois, United States- Led a team of hundreds of staff and teachers at international schools in nine North American cities- Spearheaded initiatives and improved results measurably in quality, cost control, sales, marketing - Reduced costs in operations by over 15% by finding efficiencies and embracing innovation- Grew student enrollments consistently year over year with average of 10% increases in sales- Managed acquisitions, expansions, COVID, recruiting, downsizing, and union negotiations -
Regional Vice President Of OperationsKaplan International English Jul 2016 - Jan 2018Boston, Ma- Directed three Kaplan schools in the Northeast region in all operations - Streamlined hiring, training, and performance evaluations for all staff and teacher roles - Exceeded operating income and production goals by an average of 10-20% in three locations- Completed many successful audit visits from local (BPSS, BPEE) and national (ACCET) accreditors - Created and implemented new programs including GRE/GMAT, TOEFL, and Academic Year courses -
Director Of Academic Operations North AmericaKaplan International Languages Nov 2014 - Jun 2016Santa Barbara, California Area- Wrote, published, and developed new blended learning ESL learning materials- Led development and implementation of new online adaptive assessment testing- Raised quality of academic programs to highest historical student satisfaction results - Wrote and rolled out training materials & procedures for all teachers & managers in North America - Improved use of technology in the classroom by introducing IWBs and a new LMS -
School Director/Reg. Academic Director East Coast /DsoKaplan Oct 2013 - Jul 2014New York- Directed all operations at Kaplan NYC school including academics, accommodation, student welfare- Exceeded student enrollment and operating income goals year over year by an average of 15% - Hired, trained, and supervised eleven staff members and oversaw over fifty indirect reports - Advised students on student visas, I-20s, and immigration status as Designated School Official - Improved student satisfaction processes and procedures resulting in an increase of over 15 NPS -
School Director/DsoKaplan Oct 2012 - Oct 2013- Managed all staff operations at Kaplan LA school with over 600 international students- Coordinated student package program, sent hundreds of students from ESL to community colleges - Produced over 20,000 student weeks to exceed operating income and other financial goals by 25%- Handled student transfers, change of status, and end of programs as a designated school official - Coordinated introduction, training, and use of new IWB technology for teachers and administrators -
Academic DirectorKaplan Oct 2011 - Oct 2012Midtown Manhattan- Managed academics at two schools with over 50 direct reports including teachers & administration - Turned a school ranked last in quality of teaching to the very best at Kaplan in less than one year- Improved student outcomes for thousands by establishing performance objectives tied to the CEFR- Launched new adaptive dynamic assessment system to quickly & accurately measure progress - Led a successful audit from our accreditor ACCET and turned dozens of weaknesses to strengths -
Academic ManagerKaplan Dec 2008 - Oct 2011Chicago- Managed 20 teachers and led Kaplan Chicago school to increase of 50% in student enrollments - Achieved maximum class size averages to decrease teaching costs and improve OI by 10% per year - Hired, trained, observed and reviewed dozens of teachers to deliver excellent quality of teaching- Revamped programs: TOEFL, GRE and GMAT for international students to increase enrollments - Improved quality of academic program by writing supplemental curricula and materials -
Lecturer At School Of Continuing EducationTsinghua International School Jan 2007 - Feb 2008Beijing, China- Taught a broad array of classes for Chinese students including ESL, TOEFL, Business English, EAP- Prepared students for college, academic success, studying, travelling, and living abroad- Facilitated student led activities, field trips, summer program for enrichment beyond the classroom- Prepared new materials and new assessments for students to improve student speaking outcomes- Helped hundreds of Chinese students apply for and get accepted into US universities -
Customer Service ManagerJones Lang Lasalle Americas, Inc. Feb 2006 - Jan 2007Beijing, China- Provided customer service at multinational property developer for hundreds of foreign owners - Translated for English speaking owners to communicate with Chinese property managers- Organized common services, site repairs, enhancements, for high end luxury condominiums - Set up activities and events for foreigners living in Beijing to increase inter-cultural exchanges - Participated in key management strategy meetings to improve offers to prospective buyers
Daniel Kovacs Education Details
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Sociology
Frequently Asked Questions about Daniel Kovacs
What company does Daniel Kovacs work for?
Daniel Kovacs works for Kaplan Languages Group
What is Daniel Kovacs's role at the current company?
Daniel Kovacs's current role is International Educational Leader & Operations Expert.
What schools did Daniel Kovacs attend?
Daniel Kovacs attended University Of Illinois Chicago.
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